Andrea Schwarz
About Andrea Schwarz
Andrea Schwarz is the Commercial Lead Canada at BeiGene, with a diverse background in sales and leadership roles across the pharmaceutical industry. She has a passion for coaching and mentoring, and has been recognized for her contributions to the field.
Current Role at BeiGene
Andrea Schwarz currently serves as the Commercial Lead Canada at BeiGene, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, she is responsible for leading commercial operations and strategies for the Canadian market. Her work involves overseeing sales teams, strategizing market entry, and optimizing commercial opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry.
Professional Experience at TELUS Health Care Centres
Andrea worked at TELUS as the Head of Sales for TELUS Health Care Centres from 2020 to 2021. During her seven-month tenure in Toronto, Ontario, she led the sales teams for TELUS Health's innovative care solutions, focusing on business development and enhancing sales performance.
Previous Roles in Sales and Management
Andrea's career includes significant roles in sales and management across several companies. She was the Associate Director of Sales Rare HAE/Immunology at Takeda and Shire from 2018 to 2020 in Toronto, showcasing her expertise in leading sales teams in the pharmaceutical sector. Additionally, she served as National Sales Manager at Grifols from 2015 to 2018 and as Regional Business Manager at Takeda Pharmaceuticals from 2010 to 2015.
Educational Background
Andrea holds multiple degrees from Brock University, including a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics Communication and a Bachelor in Health Care Administration/Management. She also attended Adler Graduate Professional School, furthering her education in professional development. Andrea completed her coaching certification with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) in 2021.
Awards and Memberships
Andrea won 'Manager of the Year' during her first year as a people leader in 2010, highlighting her leadership capabilities early in her career. In 2019, she joined the executive team of 'Women Leaders in Pharma,' contributing to the empowerment and advancement of women within the pharmaceutical industry.